Oakland Alternative High School is an alternative secondary school in Tacoma, Washington. It was built in 1912 by a prominent local architectural firm and is located at 3319 South Adams Street.
Serving 112 students in grades 9-12, Oakland High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Oakland High School's student population of 112 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 58% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
112 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Oakland High School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
61%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
19%
27%
Black
24%
5%
White
33%
47%
Hawaiian
8%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Oakland High School often compared to?
Oakland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Special Services, New Market High School, Foss High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oakland High School?
The graduation rate of Oakland High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Oakland High School?
112 students attend Oakland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Oakland High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakland High School?
Oakland High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oakland High School offer ?
Oakland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakland High School part of?
Oakland High School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakland High School located?
Oakland High School is located in the South Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 7 other public schools located in South Tacoma.
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